Dubai Property Playbook: Where to buy property with AED 1 million or less
A deep dive into Dubai’s property hotspots with Betterhomes

Rana Tabbara
Senior Business Producer
Rana Tabbara is a UAE-based reporter and content creator known for dynamic storytelling, impactful reporting, and high-profile interviews. She interviewed leaders including the UAE Minister of Energy, the Australian Prime Minister, the Saudi Minister of Tourism, the Armenian Minister of Economy, and CEOs of major companies. Rana covered big events like the World Government Summit, LEAP, Cityscape KSA, IDEX, among others. Her previous experiences include The New York Times, CNN Business Arabic, and L'Orient-Le Jour.
Dubai saw a record-breaking $177 billion spent on real estate last year, but is it still possible to buy property on a more limited budget?
In this episode of Dubai Property Playbook, host Rana Tabbara sits down with Betterhomes, one of the city’s most established real estate agencies, to uncover where first-time buyers and smart investors should be looking in 2025.
From affordable areas like Silicon Oasis and Jumeirah Village to the pros and cons of buying studios vs villas, off-plan vs ready-to-move-in homes, this is your essential guide. You’ll also find out how a 20% down payment could get you on the property ladder faster than you think.
Whether you're planning to invest or buy your first home, this episode breaks it down with expert insights and practical advice.
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